Pundong, Indonesia — A magnitude 5.4 earthquake shook the waters south of Pundong, Indonesia, on Tuesday morning, October 27, at 9:44 AM Central Time.

What happened: The quake struck about 128 kilometers south of Pundong at a depth of 10 kilometers. The U.S. Geological Survey lists the shaking intensity as light in the area near the epicenter.

Impacts: No damage reports and no tsunami warning were listed with this event in the USGS feed. Shaking from a quake of this size can be felt nearby, and smaller aftershocks are possible.

What to do: If you feel shaking, drop to the ground, take cover under sturdy furniture, and hold on until the shaking stops. Afterward, check for hazards like broken glass, damaged walls, and gas leaks, and stay alert for aftershocks.

Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), October 27, 2026.